Tangible things might give you happiness for the Moment but will be Forgotten in a Pretty short time.
For e.x. in Get Rich Slowly this passage by Sierra Black explains it better:
More and more people are moving away from conspicuous consumption towards a life of conscious consumption and saving. A recent spate of research is looking at how to squeeze the most happiness from your dollar. What they’re finding won’t surprise many Get Rich Slowly readers:
- Spending money on experiences brings you more lasting happiness than spending money on Stuff. For example, a vacation will make your life better, over time, than a new couch.
- It’s okay to think small. Spending on several small treats — like a massage, a good book, or dinner at your favorite restaurant — will bring you more happiness than one big-ticket item like a sports car.
- Leisure activities like games, sports, hobbies, and entertainment have more happiness value than material goods.
